Summer camps at Dunedin Fine Art Center

Each year, around 1,300 to 1,500 kids attend summer camps at the Dunedin Fine Art Center. 

Americans evacuated from Israel arrive in Tampa

The state of Florida has rescued more than 160 Americans from Israel, according to the Florida Division of Emergency Management as of Thursday morning. It comes as the country’s conflict with Iran intensifies.

Former Florida resort manager accused of stealing $110K in scheme: Affidavit

The former manager of a resort in Sarasota County faces serious charges after investigators say he stole more than $110,000 from his employer.

Deadly Lakeland motorcycle crash under investigation

A two-vehicle crash claimed the life of a 26-year-old Lakeland man on Wednesday night, according to the Lakeland Police Department. 

Tickets for 2026 Gasparilla festivities now on sale

The next invasion of pirates in Tampa is just months away, and tickets for 2026 Gasparilla events are now on sale.

Josh Weil launches 2026 U.S. Senate bid against Ashley Moody

Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.

Man taken to hospital after Pinellas Park shooting

A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday evening after a shooting in Pinellas Park, according to officials. 

Mosquito surge in Tampa Bay tied to hurricane aftermath, abandoned lots

Residents across coastal Tampa Bay, especially in areas like Treasure Island, are swatting more than usual this summer — and it’s not just the heat that’s rising. 

Deadly DUI crash suspect on the run two months after no show at trial, family frustrated

The families of two victims killed in a DUI crash in April 2022 are frustrated after the suspect accused of hitting and killing them failed to show up to court to stand trial.

Two families get mortgage-free houses in Tunnels to Towers village

Lt. Michael Wessel served in the fire service for more than 14 years before medical complications forced his retirement. He and his family got a new mortgage-free home on Wednesday. 

Search for girl who disappeared while swimming at a Florida beach to end

Nearly one week after a 10-year-old girl disappeared while swimming at a beach in the Florida panhandle, first responders announced they would be ending their active search for Trinity Eslinger at the end of the day on Wednesday. 

Tarpon Springs Police Officer Nicholas Wood dies at age 29, chief says

A 29-year-old Tarpon Springs police officer has died after a non-work-related medical issue, Police Chief Jeff Young announced on the department's Facebook page.

New exhibit at Florida CraftArt showcases '99 bottles'

Florida CraftArt's newest exhibition, "99 Bottles," takes a unique approach to the everyday item.